Nature-based solutions for Land- and Seascapes in Indonesia (LASSO)

State of implementation/results

• The project was launched by the Ministry of National Development Planning of the Republic of Indonesia (BAPPENAS) on 23 January 2023, followed by the signing ceremony of the Implementation Agreement and the first Project Steering Committee Meeting. There are project locations in three provinces: Bangka Belitung, Central Java and Central Sulawesi. All three provinces have sent commitment letters to BAPPENAS, confirming that province governments will support the implementation of the LASSO project, including promoting the integrated land and seascape (LaS) approach to all districts, providing human resources and in-kind contribution. The letters were signed by Head of Provincial Planning Agency (BAPPEDA) and Director of Environment BAPPENAS.
• The village typology study has been concluded with an assessment of potential intervention areas, considering their conservation efforts, economic activities, and local stakeholders. For the development of master plans for land- and seascape planning laboratories, a stocktaking of tools was also conducted.
• A study on the current process of integrated spatial planning at national level and in five provinces has been submitted to Bappenas for further discussions with relevant Ministries.
• Following the assessment of potential commodities in three provinces for project support, further assessments in nine targeted districts were conducted. Selected commodities are analysed through a value chain approach, leading to better preparedness of the Public-Private-Community Partnership (PPCP)-development conducted with support from the project.
• A zero-plastic-waste study was conducted in June 2024 – reviewing aspects such as regulations, strategies, and progress on the implementation at national and sub-national levels. The study is further used to develop behaviour change strategies and smart incentive mechanisms in selected districts.
• The project has facilitated the establishment of working groups in the three district governments in Central Sulawesi as a platform to exchange on integrated LaS planning, innovative financing, and promotion of green and blue economy. A clear emphasis will be on climate resilience and biodiversity conservation. The other intervention areas are also prepared to officially approve the commencement of working groups by the new heads of provinces and districts.
• A national financing strategy, focusing on eight financing mechanisms, has been developed. The validation workshop is scheduled for the first quarter of 2025. The strategy is connected to the implementation of financing mechanisms and investments in the LaS intervention areas.
• A capacity development needs assessment has been completed for the intervention area in Central Sulawesi, highlighting potential topics for further project support. Based on the assessment, training modules for capacity development are being designed.

Latest Update:
06/2025